Who would have thought that a school could be named after a small town hundreds of kilometers away? The Simmernschule, right in front of us, carries a piece of the Rhineland in its very name. Taking you back to the early 20th century, the Simmernschule first opened its doors in 1911. It was a time of growth for Munich, and this new schoolhouse, designed by Wilhelm Bertsch, was a symbol of progress. The school wasn’t simply given a random name. It was named after the Simmern family, a branch of the Wittelsbach dynasty who ruled a region in the Rhineland-Palatinate. The name is a nod to their legacy, and you can even see the family’s coat of arms incorporated into the school’s emblem. Sadly, the 20th century wasn’t always kind to the Simmernschule. It suffered damage during World War II, even serving as a temporary shelter for displaced families. Yet, just like Munich itself, it persevered. It’s incredible to think this building has witnessed so much history, from the post-war years to the rise of the digital age. The Simmernschule today stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of this city: a place where education thrives and history whispers through the halls.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to